Requesting waiver of the following requirements (check all that apply):

Foreign Language at 102-level

Foreign Language at 204-level

Global Cultural Perspective (GCP)

Foreign Language for International Business major (6 credits at 300-level or above)

Study Abroad Requirement for International Business major

Why do you wish to request exception?*

Language Competency (born/live outside of US)

Language Competency (born/live inside of US)

Substitution Disability

Other Circumstances

Main Concentration

Global Apparel Majors Only:
Your Foreign Language Requirement is part of your IGS minor and therefore the IGS program will have to review your request. You will need to schedule an appointment with Dr. Roberto Campo to discuss your next steps. You can schedule your appoinment with Dr. Campo by contacting his assistant, Ms. Yvonne Matlosz at ylmatlos@uncg.edu or via phone (336) 334-5560 (M-F, 10:30-2:30).

Describe experiences and education that has led to intermediate or advanced language competency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing for the language listed above. Provide details of how you learned vocabulary, grammar, composition, and literature as well as an appreciation of culture through language. Demonstrate an understanding of customs, traditions, and non-Anglophone ways of life.
Verification of education and experience must be provided before the waiver request will be processed. Appropriate documentation may include, but is not limited to: a National Passport, Visa, or Birth Certificate with photo identification, diplomas or certificates of study, or statements of formal language assessment from a reputable source. Language assessments must include an evaluation of listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities. Insufficient supporting documentation could result in the waiver being denied. Please make sure you upload supporting documentation.
NOTE: This waiver request must be submitted in aligntment with UNCG's Academic Integrity Policy, http://sa.uncg.edu/dean/academic-integrity/. Violations of the Academic Integrity Policy will be addressed in accordance with UNCG disciplinary processes. By submitting this request the student agrees to abide by all University policies.

Supporting Documentation

Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, png, doc.

Request for waiver due to language competency

(students born/live inside United States)

Language (other than English) spoken

Date of Placement Exam

Placement Exam Score

Outline Your Proficiency

Documentation of placement exam must be provided by the department certifying your proficiency at or above the 204 level.
Additionally, please provide a very specific outline of how you have acquired a working level of proficiency beyond the beginning levels of grammar and composition and an appreciation of the customs, traditions, literature, etc. of a different culture.

Supporting Documentation

Request for substitution due to disability

Please describe your situation and the impact it has on your ability to complete the foreign language requirement.

Documentation from Disability Student Services must be uploaded with this form. If your request is granted, a substitution for the requirement will be selected in coordination with the Director of Undergraduate Student Services.

Type of Disability

File from Disability Student Services

Accepted file types: pdf, doc.

Other Circumstances

To be considered for this request, you must submit a typed letter, in addition to this form, describing your situation addressed to the Director of Undergraduate Student Services.

Supporting documentation is often helpful in reviewing your case. Decisions on all requests will be determined by the Director and the Director of the Undergraduate Programs Committee. If your request is granted, a substitution for the requirement will be selected in coordination with the Director of Undergraduate Student Services.